2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Exige | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
